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Our hidden gems are currently all in Sussex and Surrey with new listings added every day

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The GoLark Gems – Our Favourites

The Pamper Lounge
If you're looking for somewhere to relax on your own or with others, the Pamper Lounge offers everything you need for an unwind to remember
Plumpton Racecourse
A glorious racecourse located in idyllic East Sussex countryside, Plumpton offers days out for all ages. Come and see if you can beat the bookie, and enjoy an exciting ex...
Nymans (National Trust)
A garden lover's home for all seasons, with an extensive yet intimate garden set around a romantic house and ruins, this experience will surely delight every visitor.
TeamSport Go Karting Crawley
Two tracks, three floors, one incredible karting facility. The site offers a choice of two tracks, both custom-designed by professional racing engineers. Bring your best ...
The Jam Café
A chance for you to enjoy delicious food and drinks while at the same time helping a community-based good cause.
The Hannah Peschar Sculpture...
Stunning artworks and picturesque countryside come together to create a hugely enjoyable experience.

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The GoLark Discoveries - Our Latest Finds:

Rural Life Living Museum
Go back in time and discover how rural life was once lived
Hans Christmas Andersen at...
Choose the perfect Christmas tree at the excellent Hans Christmas Andersen at Santa Fir
Hans Christmas Andersen, Godalming
Come to Hans Christmas Andersen and choose the perfect Christmas tree, one that will be the focal point for your home throughout the festive season
Oxenford Farm
Make it the perfect personal Christmas this year with a superb tree from Oxenford Farm
Furze Firs Christmas Trees
Make your Christmas a fabulous family experience this year by choosing your very own tree at Furze Firs
Five Ashes Plantation
Pick the perfect festive tree at the excellent Five Ashes Plantation this Christmas
Lark Alert: This Week’s Top Pick!

The Bluebell Railway

The iconic railway line in East Sussex offers the ultimate combination of heritage, nostalgia and good old family fun. Chugging its way through the stunning Sussex countryside over 11 miles, the Bluebell Railways will take you back in time to the golden age of passenger travel. 

Surrey Standouts: Explore Popular Listings

Mayfield Lavender Farm and...
A very popular family-run, organic lavender grower in Surrey. Set amid 25 acres of rolling countryside, it has everything you need for a dazzling day out with all the fam...
Godstone Farm
The very best family days out will have something for everyone to enjoy, and Godstone Farm is right up there with the finest of venues.
Priory Park
Priory Park is located in the heart of Reigate, and it offers a great range of activities for visitors of all ages
Hampton Court Palace
Step back in time to explore one of the most celebrated palaces in the whole of the UK. This hugely popular venue is perfect for visitors of all ages.
Redhill Aerodrome
Take a closer look at light aircraft and helicopters at the excellent Redhill Aerodrome, a facility that's been in use since the 1930s
Albury Vineyard
Wine-tasting is always an enjoyable experience, and it's even more so amid the idyllic surroundings of the celebrated Albury Vineyard in the Surrey Hills
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Ninja Arena, Eastbourne, East Sussex
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“Great fun for families with all ages and for adults as well. Was a great workout for all of us!”
Sharnfold Farm, Pevensey, East Sussex
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"Sharnfold Farm has improved massively in the last couple of years, it has a play area, café, farm trail and tractor ride. Lots of animals you can feed, mini golf, sand pit and along the walk there are activities to do so keep’s the kids busy!”
Wakehurst, National Trust, West Sussex
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“A real favourite with our family and friends, such a lovely place to visit anytime! They do activities throughout the year so lots for the kids to do with two main restaurants and a few mobile coffee pods as you walk around – comes in handy!”
Jumpin, Burgess Hill, West Sussex
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"Almost everything you can imagine to do! Gets very hot so I advise to wear light clothing and bring water. Venue gets very busy and although there is parking, I’ve had to park on the road.”
Hobbledown Surrey
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“Much bigger than I’d realised, with so much to do across a big area. Parking easy, friendly staff, indoor play as well as outside so we had plenty to do with our children aged 6 and 8.”